1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 976 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Abarth | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
